If you’ve found yourself maintaining sobriety through attending 12-step meetings, it’s likely that in addition to reading the Big Book and daily affirmations, someone has suggested getting a sponsor. This can...


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Relationships have many positive qualities to offer, but an unhealthy relationship can threaten a person’s well-being and recovery. Relationships are wonderful ways to find happiness, connection, and closeness with another...


These five free mobile apps provide support for addiction recovery with tracking, goals and inspiration. Addiction recovery in the modern age can be aided by addiction recovery apps. Because most people always...


The length of each stage of addiction recovery can vary widely depending on the severity of one’s addiction, the type of substance used and the frequency of use. As soon...


Drug addiction is a chronic disease, like high blood pressure or asthma. All chronic diseases have a chance of relapse; it's a normal part of treatment and recovery. Yes. People with...


Emotional support animals can help people deal with trauma, stress, anxiety and addiction. Take a first-hand look at what these animals do for people each day. For the last four...